Showing posts with label Dutch Man. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dutch Man. Show all posts

Friday, 4 January 2013

2012...what a year!



 Baby Bumps


Countless trips to the hospital


Then this little chap turns up to rock our world...


....to amaze us....


...make us smile...


....take time to create memories....


....walk this path slowly....


....enjoy every second...


....cuddle...



....play...


 ....and most importantly laugh & have fun...

Thank you for giving me the time to love, nurture and mother my gorgeous little boy.

I wish you an amazing 2013, filled with Love, Happiness and Joy
xxx



Sunday, 17 June 2012

A Tale of Three Daddy's


The newest Papa who makes this job of being a parent so much easier, happier, and more joyous than I can say. August loves you so much, and you make us so blooming happy....we love you!


My Dad who made my childhood so memorable, exciting and fun. Who taught me how to bottle feed a lamb, tie knots, ride a bike, call an owl and whistle. His ship has sailed away, however his first ship mate will always be here for him if he want to come home.


My Grandpa, who would have adored August, who's giant hands would have happily rocked him asleep. I feel his presence a lot around us...normally when Auggy {and me!} needs a smile...and smile he does!

3 Men....all wonderful....All Dads
Happy Fathers Day 
xxx

Tuesday, 20 March 2012

Tick Tock...


Happy First Day of Spring!! 
We were hoping that Pip might have made an appearance today. Instead we got glorious sunshine. I even ventured outside the house without a coat....the warm sunshine never felt so good :)


It's not just our garden that is blooming...I am in my last week of pregnancy...The wonderful Dutchman planted these gorgeous daffodils to celebrate Pip's Birthday...we hope to show them of to him/her very soon.


On Sunday I got my first ever Mother's Day card....my husband is just the sweetest man alive.


On Saturday I was surprised with a baby shower...these scrummy cupcakes were out of this world!

We are excited beyond belief

This time next week I will be a Mummy

Life is indeed, so very sweet!

xxx

Monday, 13 February 2012

Baby Magpie


So this Magpie has 6 weeks left until 'D Day'...I cant quite believe it has come around so quickly. 
We are all organized and Pip's Room is all neat and tidy ready for his/her arrival.
Would you like a look around?
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The room is not the biggest in the land, but this Magpie lived in a box room for 8 years of her young life so it looks pretty spacious to me!!

The Wonderful One and me have tried to create a space perfect for either a baby Girl or Boy. We have reused items we already had, and bought very little which is new, so his/her room fits in with our home fantastically well.


The nesting has set in, and even the drawers are neat...this however will not last long I can assure you!

Most of our Pip's clothes are Dutch, as they have lovely bright & colourful unisex ranges; which England is sadly lacking, which has made it very difficult to buy something which will suit Pip no matter what s/he is!!

So Hema came up trumps again!


I couldn't resist making Pip's bed....it made me teary thinking about the babe which will be in there soon.
The gorgeous spot blanket was a Christmas pressie from my Darling Ma, who is so excited about our arrival. However she still doesn't know what she is going to be known as...grandma is a definite no...so if you have any ideas do comment, and maybe she will find one she loves!!


I made the curtain using Cabbage & Roses fabric I won ages ago from Jeska at Lobster & Swan. You can also see our Valentines present to one another in the garden...our bird table, which we love.


Pip will never lack a good book to read, we have a lovely mixture of Dutch and English classics.
Bedtime is going to be such fun!
We cannot wait to meet our little Pip, our little year of the Dragon baby :)

On the Vintage Magpie front....I have one bouquet to complete before the Pip arrives. After that I am going to be on Maternity leave. This has been a tough decision for me, as I would love to create stunning bespoke bouquets for all the gorgeous 2012 Brides, However family will always come first. I cannot wait to be a Mummy, and understandably want to give that my full attention. 

As this Pip is my first baby, I really don't know when I will be ready to come back to my bespoke work. I will however still be selling my
'Ready to Walk' bouquets on Etsy,
 as well as lovely Vintage finds that I come across in my travels.

I will still be updating this blog regularly, so do keep reading & commenting it really does make my day to hear your thoughts.

xxx

Thursday, 26 January 2012

A Childhood Dream Realised


This weekend my childhood dream was realised. 
I have been a huge fan of Nigel Kennedy since I was about 9 years old. I wanted to play just like him... unfortunately I gave up the violin at 12...I kick myself now that I didnt keep it up.

My anniversary pressie from the Wonderful Dutchman was tickets to see him play The Four Seasons at the Brighton Dome...we were due to go in September, but it got put back until last weekend due to his recording commitments.


He honestly was sensational.... spine tingling playing. 
He reworked the Four Seasons which was a delight...fresh, modern, and such fun. Added vocals which added an eerie quality.
If you would like a little taster go HERE to see him playing in Nuremberg


He also treated us to his new works he has written; The Four Elements. In true Nigel Kennedy style it mixes classical, pop, blues & jazz. Which has me and the Wonderful One smiling.. as he put it 'only he can turn a classical concert into a rock concert!!


It was a truly beautiful experience, mixed with Nigel's fantastic sense of humor, foot banging and hand bumping the audience!! It was rounded up by him playing Danny boy which was so moving...he has a strong place in my heart and my heart will always sing when he plays.

So Thank You Nigel for being as amazing as my dreams &
Thank you Wonderful One for making this Magpie's dreams come true yet again...
I couldn't love you more
xxx

Tuesday, 3 January 2012

Welcome 2012...Year of the Dragon!


A quiet New Years eve in our house this year....
Candlelight flickered, giggles filled the air, silly photos taken, snuggling on the sofa, the Pip kicking.
In every way perfect.


This year is going to be a big one for us on a personal level...Or little Dragon baby will be born, and we are SO excited.


As the clock struck 12 we popped the champagne, and marveled at the stunning fireworks in London.
I just loved the silhouette of that skyline.

I hope you have lots of exciting time ahead of you this year...may the fireworks of your life be bright, hopeful, sparkling, and awe inspiring.

Cheers
xxx

Saturday, 31 December 2011

My 2011


The year started with fresh ideas, and busy hands.




I found a passion for teaching in our flower Magpie Academy.


Happy boardwalk photo shoot with Vintage Magpie...Divine!


April saw a Royal Wedding, for which I adored every second...this Magpie was proud to be British 



This Wonderful one held my hand throughout the year...these images show just what I fell in love with.


A new house & our first patch of land to work with!


May saw my best friend get married...we got to stay in a tippee....A beautiful day in more than one way.


Unexpected beauty hidden around country corners


This was the moment I knew it wasnt just me & Bob standing there...


The test that proved me right...oh the joy!


Could a Vintage Magpie Bride look more stunning?




Beauty in the morning light


New arrivals, and magnum of Champagne!


The creative talents marry...A truly colourful and happy day.




First Frost stillness


Every thing twinkled at a sun filled wedding fair














Attention to detail





2011 has been a roller coaster of a years...sadness mixed with the greatest joy...but it will be one i never forget.
Wishing you all a Happy, healthy, & successful 2012 

May all your dreams sparkle & coming true.
xxx

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